This calendar listing includes those events sponsored either in whole or part by The City of Grove
City. For a broader look at events in the region, visit the Grove City Area Visitors and Convention
Bureau site at www.visitgrovecityoh.com
Farmers Market
Saturday, July 5
Browse through a cornucopia of farm-fresh produce in an open-air market in the Town Center between 8 a.m. and noon. Gardens at Gantz volunteers will be present to sell homemade products. Info: (614) 875-9762 (Grove City Area Chamber of Commerce).
Summer Sizzle Saturday
Saturday, July 5
Linda Dachtyl brings her take on bluesy-jazz to the Town Center Plaza starting at 7 p.m. The evening includes other artists at various locations in the Town Center. Click here for more information
Fall Adult Softball Registration Continues
Monday, July 7
Prefer softball with a pitch count instead of the one-pitch format used in most fall leagues? Then sign your team up for the Grove City league played at Windsor Park. Registration closes Thursday, July 31. Season starts in mid-August. Info: (614) 277-3050.
Adult Flag Football Registration Continues
Monday, July 7
Grove City hosts a seven-on-seven league in September and October with Sunday morning games at Brookpark Middle School. Teams will be registered through Thursday, July 31. Fees include equipment and referees. Info: (614) 277-3050.
Summer Sizzle Concert Series
Friday, July 11
Marquis 66 performs an assortment of oldies and classic rock favorites on the Town Center Plaza. Live music and children’s activities from 7 to 8:30 p.m., weather permitting. Call (614) 277-3060 for day-of cancellation information. Click here for more information
Farmers Market
Saturday, July 12
Browse through a cornucopia of farm-fresh produce in an open-air market in the Town Center between 8 a.m. and noon. Call (614) 875-9762 for information. Gardens at Gantz volunteers will be present to sell homemade products. The Grove City Tree Commission will be on hand to answer questions about trees and share information about the emerald ash borer.
Baby Expo
Saturday, July 12
Are you constantly buying new products to replace items your child has hardly used as he or she speeds through levels of development? The Baby Expo is the perfect place to find items you need and sell items you don’t to other parents. Event is in City Hall between 8 and 11:30 a.m. Take a break from the Farmers Market to browse and to shop, or call ahead to rent a table to sell items at (614) 277-3050.
Amazing “Grove City” Race
Saturday, July 12
Form a team of two to four people age 6 or older (each team must include a legal driver) and join the challenge to find who in Grove City possesses the best mix of brains, brawn and luck. Fee is $20 per team, which includes a T-shirt for each participant. Event is 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Info: (614) 277-3050. Click here for more information
Summer Sizzle Saturday
Saturday, July 12
The Distractions hit the Town Center Plaza stage at 7 p.m. with the duo’s collection of acoustic and electric favorites. The evening includes other artists at various locations in the Town Center. Click here for more information
Fall Adult Softball Registration Continues
Monday, July 14
Prefer softball with a pitch count instead of the one-pitch format used in most fall leagues? Then sign your team up for the Grove City league played at Windsor Park. Registration closes Thursday, July 31. Season starts in mid-August. Info: (614) 277-3050.
Adult Flag Football Registration Continues
Monday, July 14
Grove City hosts a seven-on-seven league in September and October with Sunday morning games at Brookpark Middle School. Teams will be registered through Thursday, July 31. Fees include equipment and referees. Info: (614) 277-3050.
Summer Sizzle Concert Series
Friday, July 18
Let Robin Lacy & DeZydeco transport you to the Crescent City with New Orleans-style rhythm and blues. Live music and children’s activities from 7 to 8:30 p.m., weather permitting. Call (614) 277-3060 for day-of cancellation information. Click here for more information
Farmers Market
Saturday, July 19
Browse through a cornucopia of farm-fresh produce in an open-air market in the Town Center between 8 a.m. and noon. Call (614) 875-9762 for information. Gardens at Gantz volunteers will be present to sell homemade products. The Grove City Tree Commission will be on hand to answer questions about trees and share information about the emerald ash borer.
Summer Sizzle Saturday
Saturday, July 19
Essential CC headlines the Saturday evening performances with guitar-driven acoustics on the Town Center Plaza starting at 7 p.m. The evening includes other artists at various locations in the Town Center. Click here for more information
Fall Adult Softball Registration Continues
Monday, July 21
Prefer softball with a pitch count instead of the one-pitch format used in most fall leagues? Then sign your team up for the Grove City league played at Windsor Park. Registration closes Thursday, July 31. Season starts in mid-August. Info: (614) 277-3050.
Adult Flag Football Registration Continues
Monday, July 21
Grove City hosts a seven-on-seven league in September and October with Sunday morning games at Brookpark Middle School. Teams will be registered through Thursday, July 31. Fees include equipment and referees. Info: (614) 277-3050.
Homecoming
Friday, July 25
The Grove City Homecoming Celebration returns to the Grove City Town Center. All are welcome to the festivities, especially alumni of Grove City and Central Crossing high schools, with an evening of live entertainment and activities headlined by the Stone Pony Band, a tribute to Bruce Springsteen and Southside Johnny.
Farmers Market
Saturday, July 26
Browse through a cornucopia of farm-fresh produce in an open-air market in the Town Center between 8 a.m. and noon. Call (614) 875-9762 for information. Gardens at Gantz volunteers will be present to sell homemade products. The Grove City Tree Commission will be on hand to answer questions about trees and share information about the emerald ash borer.
Summer Sizzle Saturday
Saturday, July 26
Bits & Pieces fill the Town Center Plaza with a whole lot of fun starting at 7 p.m. with jazz and rhythm and blues. The evening includes other artists at various locations in the Town Center. Click here for more information
Fall Adult Softball Registration Closes
Thursday, July 31
Last chance to sign your team up for fall softball! Don’t miss your opportunity to play softball with a pitch count instead of the one-pitch format used in most fall leagues. League plays at Windsor Park. Season starts in mid-August. Info: (614) 277-3050.
Adult Flag Football Registration Closes
Thursday, July 31
Thursday, July 31, is your last chance to be a part of Grove City’s seven-on-seven football league in September and October. Games are Sunday mornings at Brookpark Middle School. Fees include equipment and referees. Info: (614) 277-3050.
Youth Volleyball Registration Opens
Friday, August 1
Grove City Parks and Recreation offers a fall indoor volleyball league for youths in grades four through 12 in the following age divisions: junior (grades 4-5), intermediate (grade 6), middle (grade 7-8) and senior (grades 9-12). Players register in person by individual between Friday, Aug. 1 and Friday, Aug. 29. Cost is $55 per player (NR $60). Practices start the first week of October, with games starting by the end of the month. Info: (614) 277-3050.
Summer Sizzle Concert Series
Friday, August 1
Groove to Swing’s the Thing as they perform a variety of Big Band favorites. Live music and children’s activities from 7 to 8:30 p.m., weather permitting. Call (614) 277-3060 for day-of cancellation information.
Farmers Market
Saturday, August 2
Browse through a cornucopia of farm-fresh produce in an open-air market in the Town Center between 8 a.m. and noon. Call (614) 875-9762 for information.
Summer Sizzle Saturday
Saturday, August 2
A weekend of Big Band music continues with a performance by In Full Swing on the Town Center Plaza stage at 7 p.m. The evening includes other artists at various locations in the Town Center.
Punt, Pass & Kick Competition
Sunday, August 3
Grove City Parks and Recreation is hosting this program in which boys and girls measure their ability to punt, pass and place kick a football against others their age and gender from 9 a.m. to noon, at Jackson Middle School. Winners may qualify to participate in a sectional competition. The four age divisions are 8/9, 10/11, 12/13 and 14/15 with boys and girls competing separately. Rain date is Sunday, Aug. 10. Cleats are not permitted. Info: (614) 277-3050. Call (614) 277-3060 for day-of cancellation information.
Youth Volleyball Registration Continues
Monday, August 4
Grove City Parks and Recreation offers a fall indoor volleyball league for youths in grades four through 12 in the following age divisions: junior (grades 4-5), intermediate (grade 6), middle (grade 7-8) and senior (grades 9-12). Players register in person by individual before Friday, Aug. 29. Cost is $55 per player (NR $60). Practices start the first week of October, with games starting by the end of the month. Info: (614) 277-3050.
Folk and country music is on the bill of fare as City Folk performs on the Town Center Plaza. Live music and children’s activities from 7 to 8:30 p.m., weather permitting. Call (614) 277-3060 for day-of cancellation information.
Early Bird Registration for Parks and Recreation Offerings
Saturday, August 9
Take advantage of special Saturday hours from 8 a.m. to noon and sign up for your favorite program offerings and classes offered by the Grove City Parks and Recreation Department. Info: (614) 277-3050.
Farmers Market
Saturday, August 9
Browse through a cornucopia of farm-fresh produce in an open-air market in the Town Center between 8 a.m. and noon. Call (614) 875-9762 for information.
Balloons Off Broadway
Saturday, August 9
Get an up-close and personal view of colorful hot air balloons at Beulah Park while enjoying live entertainment and family activities starting at 6 p.m. Watch an evening ascension (weather permitting) followed by a balloon “glow” at dusk once the aircrafts return.
Registration for Parks and Recreation Offerings
Monday, August 11
It is time again to sign up for your favorite program offerings and classes offered by the Grove City Parks and Recreation Department. Detailed descriptions of offerings appear in The Source mailed to all residents in early August. Info: (614) 277-3050.
Youth Volleyball Registration Continues
Monday, August 11
Grove City Parks and Recreation offers a fall indoor volleyball league for youths in grades four through 12 in the following age divisions: junior (grades 4-5), intermediate (grade 6), middle (grade 7-8) and senior (grades 9-12). Players register in person by individual before Friday, Aug. 29. Cost is $55 per player (NR $60). Practices start the first week of October, with games starting by the end of the month. Info: (614) 277-3050.
Summer Sizzle Concert Series
Friday, August 15
Toll House Jazz Band brings the energetic sounds of Dixieland jazz to the Town Center Plaza. Live music and children’s activities from 7 to 8:30 p.m., weather permitting. Call (614) 277-3060 for day-of cancellation information.
Movies in the Park
Friday, August 15
Enjoy the Summer Sizzle concert then settle in for an outdoor viewing of
Farmers Market
Saturday, August 16
Browse through a cornucopia of farm-fresh produce in an open-air market in the Town Center between 8 a.m. and noon. Call (614) 875-9762 for information.
Summer Sizzle Saturday
Saturday, August 16
Return to the classic-rock and country sounds with Snap Back on the Town Center Plaza stage at 7 p.m. The evening includes other artists at various locations in the Town Center.
Early Bird Registration for Parks and Recreation Offerings
Saturday, August 16
Take advantage of special Saturday hours from 8 a.m. to noon and sign up
Registration for Parks and Recreation Offerings
Monday, August 18
It is time again to sign up for your favorite program offerings and
Youth Volleyball Registration Continues
Monday, August 18
Grove City Parks and Recreation offers a fall indoor volleyball league for youths in grades four through 12 in the following age divisions: junior (grades 4-5), intermediate (grade 6), middle (grade 7-8) and senior (grades 9-12). Players register in person by individual before Friday, Aug. 29. Cost is $55 per player (NR $60). Practices start the first week of October, with games starting by the end of the month. Info: (614) 277-3050.
Grove City Park Board Meeting
Tuesday, August 19
Join this group of concerned citizens interested in maintaining Grove City’s reputation as a destination for recreation for their regular meeting at 6 p.m. in City Hall.
Summer Sizzle Concert Series
Friday, August 22
Agent 99 takes you back to the ‘70s with pop favorites. Live music and children’s activities from 7 to 8:30 p.m., weather permitting. Call (614) 277-3060 for day-of cancellation information.
Farmers Market
Saturday, August 23
Browse through a cornucopia of farm-fresh produce in an open-air market in the Town Center between 8 a.m. and noon. Call (614) 875-9762 for information.
Bike & Hike Series: Summer Bike Ride starting in Gantz Park
Saturday, August 23
Experience Gantz Park’s full summer foliage with an enjoyable summer bike ride beginning and ending at the park with Grove City Parks and Recreation Director Kim Conrad and members of the Grove City Park Board. Route can be adjusted so all ages can enjoy. Meet in the shelter by Gantz Barn at 9 a.m.
Summer Sizzle Saturday
Saturday, August 23
Enjoy show tunes and other favorites from the group Voices Off Broadway starting at 7 p.m. on the Town Center Plaza. The evening includes other artists at various locations in the Town Center.
Youth Volleyball Registration Continues
Monday, August 25
Grove City Parks and Recreation offers a fall indoor volleyball league for youths in grades four through 12 in the following age divisions: junior (grades 4-5), intermediate (grade 6), middle (grade 7-8) and senior (grades 9-12). Players register in person by individual before Friday, Aug. 29. Cost is $55 per player (NR $60). Practices start the first week of October, with games starting by the end of the month. Info: (614) 277-3050.
Youth Volleyball – Last Day to Register
Friday, August 29
Grove City Parks and Recreation offers a fall indoor volleyball league for youths in grades four through 12 in the following age divisions: junior (grades 4-5), intermediate (grade 6), middle (grade 7-8) and senior (grades 9-12). Players register in person by individual at $55 per player (NR $60). Practices start the first week of October, with games starting by the end of the month. Info: (614) 277-3050.
Summer Sizzle Concert Series
Friday, August 29
Dominic takes his unique style to the stage on the Town Center Plaza where he will sing a host of crowd favorites. Live music and children’s activities from 7 to 8:30 p.m., weather permitting. Call (614) 277-3060 for day-of cancellation information.
Farmers Market
Saturday, August 30
Browse through a cornucopia of farm-fresh produce in an open-air market in the Town Center between 8 a.m. and noon. Call (614) 875-9762 for information.
Summer Sizzle Saturday
Saturday, August 30
Classic rock will fill the Town Center Plaza starting at 7 p.m. when Street Level takes the stage. The evening includes other artists at various locations in the Town Center.
Labor Day
Monday, September 1
City offices are closed for this national holiday.
The Big Splash Last Day
Monday, September 1
Last day to enjoy Grove City’s community water park! Info: (614) 277-1818.
Browse through a cornucopia of farm-fresh produce in an open-air market in the Town Center between 8 a.m. and noon. Call (614) 875-9762 for information.
Farmers Market
Saturday, September 13
Browse through a cornucopia of farm-fresh produce in an open-air market in the Town Center between 8 a.m. and noon. Call (614) 875-9762 for information.
Arts in the Alley
Saturday, September 20
View creations by local and Ohio artists and craftspeople including fine art, hand-made crafts, quilting, glasswork, weaving, woodworking, photography and much more through Sunday, Sept. 21. Enjoy live entertainment throughout the event. Saturday hours are 10 a.m. until 8 p.m.; Sunday hours 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. A Saturday Community Parade will kick-off activities at 9:30 a.m. For information, call (614) 875-9762.
Bike & Hike Series: Bike Ride in Fryer
Saturday, September 27
Pedal through the City’s largest developed green space with Grove City Parks and Recreation Director Kim Conrad and members of the Grove City Park Board. Meet at 9 a.m. in the parking lot at the front entrance behind the Fryer Park offices.
K-9 Carnival
Sunday, September 28
Meet up with dog lovers from around the area for this fabulous event focused on your furry friends hosted by Grove City Parks and Recreation. Pet care groups and rescue organizations will be at the event which will also feature plenty of fun activities to keep tails wagging. All pets must be leashed and sociable with people and other animals. Info: (614) 277-3050.
Adult Volleyball Registration Opens
Wednesday, October 1
Grove City offers basketball leagues for students in first through 12th grades. Practices begin in December, and the season runs January through March. Register by individual in person at the Grove City Parks and Recreation office in City Hall through Friday, Oct. 31. Info: (614) 277-3050.
Youth Basketball Registration Opens
Wednesday, October 1
Grove City offers basketball leagues for students in first through 12th grades. Practices begin in December, and the season runs January through March. Register by individual in person at the Grove City Parks and Recreation office in City Hall through Friday, Oct. 31. Info: (614) 277-3050.
Old Time Harvest Day
Sunday, October 5
Experience the harvest as Grove City’s first settlers did in the 1850s! History comes to life as you learn traditional skills from re-enactors in traditional dress from 1 to 4 p.m. in Century Village at Fryer Park. Info: (614) 277-3050.
Adult Volleyball Registration Continues
Monday, October 6
Register your team in the competitive or recreational division of the Grove City adult volleyball league. Matches are Sunday afternoons December through February at the Grove City Activity Center. Info: (614) 277-3050.
Youth Basketball Registration Continues
Monday, October 6
Grove City offers basketball leagues for students in first through 12th grades. Practices begin in December, and the season runs January through March. Register by individual in person at the Grove City Parks and Recreation office in City Hall through Friday, Oct. 31. Info: (614) 277-3050.
City offices are closed for this national holiday.
Adult Volleyball Registration Continues
Tuesday, October 14
Register your team in the competitive or recreational division of the Grove City adult volleyball league through Friday, Oct. 31. Matches are Sunday afternoons December through February at the Grove City Activity Center. Info: (614) 277-3050.
Youth Basketball Registration Continues
Tuesday, October 14
Grove City offers basketball leagues for students in first through 12th grades. Practices begin in December, and the season runs January through March. Register by individual in person at the Grove City Parks and Recreation office in City Hall through Friday, Oct. 31. Info: (614) 277-3050.
Evans Center Health Fair
Thursday, October 16
Older citizens face a number of special health issues. Learn how to enjoy a healthier lifestyle by attending the health fair focused on adults 55 and older. Visit with vendors and enjoy free information and health screenings. Info: (614) 277-1060.
Household Hazardous Waste Collection
Saturday, October 18
Dispose of unneeded dangerous items that cannot be put out with the regular trash (e.g. propane tanks under 20 pounds, non-latex paint and paint products, reactives, corrosives, toxics like pesticide, and fluorescent light bulbs) at a collection sponsored by SWACO and Jackson Township at the Broadway Shopping Center between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. For more information on these events and what is considered hazardous waste, call (614) 871-5100 or visit www.swaco.org.
Adult Volleyball Registration Continues
Monday, October 20
Register your team in the competitive or recreational division of the Grove City adult volleyball league through Friday, Oct. 31. Matches are Sunday afternoons December through February at the Grove City Activity Center. Info: (614) 277-3050.
Youth Basketball Registration Continues
Monday, October 20
Grove City offers basketball leagues for students in first through 12th grades. Practices begin in December, and the season runs January through March. Register by individual in person at the Grove City Parks and Recreation office in City Hall. Info: (614) 277-3050.
Grove City Park Board Meeting
Tuesday, October 21
Join this group of concerned citizens interested in maintaining Grove City’s reputation as a destination for recreation for their regular meeting at 6 p.m. in City Hall.
Bike & Hike Series: Hike in Windsor Park
Saturday, October 25
Enjoy the bright fall colors in the community’s oldest signature park with Grove City Parks and Recreation Director Kim Conrad and members of the Grove City Park Board. Meet in front of the Evans Center at 9 a.m.
Adult Volleyball Registration Continues
Monday, October 27
Register your team in the competitive or recreational division of the Grove City adult volleyball league through Friday, Oct. 31. Matches are Sunday afternoons December through February at the Grove City Activity Center. Info: (614) 277-3050.
Youth Basketball Registration Continues
Monday, October 27
Grove City offers basketball leagues for students in first through 12th grades through Friday, Oct. 31. Practices begin in December, and the season runs January through March. Register by individual in person at the Grove City Parks and Recreation office in City Hall. Info: (614) 277-3050.
